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Munich – One city, two faces

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What’s your preference: a stroll through the English Garden, a skiing trip to the mountains or dancing the night away to techno beats? Munich is a village of 1.4 million – traditional and serene in many ways, and modern and cosmopolitan in many others. We take a look at both sides.

Bavarian beast

Wolpertinger – a winged rabbit with horns – is a mythical creature but can be seen in real life at the German Hunting and ­Fishing Museum.

Winning strategy

Munich is a Champions League player on several fronts: The Bavarian State Opera invites visitors to tour its mammoth backstage area.

Traditional snack

Café Frischhut at the Viktualienmarkt food market is known for its donut-like pastries that are stretched before they’re fried. You can even watch the bakers at work!